The Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, High Chief Dr. Hon. Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, has denied allegations by the Forum of APC Former Legislators that he received a Toyota Hilux vehicle from Dr. Deji Adeleke, the elder brother of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke.
In a statement issued by the Corps’ Public Relations Officer, CSA Yusuf Idowu Abass, Dr. Omoyele described the allegation as false, baseless, misleading, and politically motivated.
He said the claim was intended to distract the Corps from its constitutional responsibility of protecting lives and property across Osun State.
The Corps Commander reiterated that since its establishment, the Osun Amotekun Corps has remained apolitical, professional, and impartial in the discharge of its duties, without fear, favour, or political affiliation.
Responding to the allegations, Dr. Omoyele noted that although APC local government chairmen recently distributed security patrol vehicles to several security agencies in the state, the Osun Amotekun Corps was excluded from the exercise despite being the security outfit closest to the grassroots and having been established during the previous APC administration.
He questioned why the Corps has repeatedly become the subject of political criticism, urging members of the public to consider why Amotekun is frequently drawn into partisan debates despite its commitment to neutrality.
“The Osun Amotekun Corps belongs to the people of Osun State, not to any political party. Our loyalty is to the law and the safety and security of our citizens,” he said.
Dr. Omoyele also cited a Yoruba proverb to reinforce his position: “Tí a ò bá lè fún afọ́jú ní ọ̀pá titun, kò yẹ kí á tún gba tọwọ́ rẹ̀,” meaning, “If you can’t give a blind man a new walking stick, don’t take away the one in his hand.” He said unfounded accusations should not take the place of facts and responsible public discourse.
The Corps Commander further maintained that providing an official vehicle for the office is necessary for effective supervision of security operations across the state. He questioned whether those making the allegations expected the Corps Commander to perform his duties without adequate mobility.
He called on political actors to refrain from dragging security institutions into partisan contests, warning that such actions could undermine public confidence in agencies established to protect all citizens regardless of political affiliation.
Dr. Omoyele reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to maintaining peace, protecting lives and property, and supporting all lawful efforts aimed at strengthening security across Osun State.
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